Books like Spy on West Street (Cover-To-Cover Chapter 2 Books: World War II)
Top Fin: Dolphin Dives (Cover-To-Cover Novels: Contemporary Fiction)
Addie Meyer Sanders, 2000
88 pages
Why to read
Captivating underwater adventure with playful dolphins.
Enhances empathy through relatable, dynamic characters.
Encourages environmental awareness and conservation values.
Stimulates imagination and critical thinking skills.
Top Fin: Dolphin Dives (Cover-To-Cover Novels: Contemporary Fiction)
Addie Meyer Sanders, 2000
Award winning
Unspeakable: The Tulsa Race Massacre
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Educates on historical events through narrative storytelling.
Addresses complex themes with age-appropriate language.
Encourages awareness and understanding of racial history.
Supports discussions on equality and human rights.
Unspeakable: The Tulsa Race Massacre
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2021
Fact Cat: History: The Second World War
Izzi Howell, 2022
24 pages
Why to read
Explains WWII history in an age-appropriate manner.
Enhances history knowledge and literacy for young readers.
Encourages curiosity about historical events and consequences.
Supports critical thinking through historical context.
Fact Cat: History: The Second World War
Izzi Howell, 2022
Award winning
North of Nowhere
Allison Brennan, 2023
357 pages
Why to read
Gripping mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
Strong, relatable protagonist boosts empathy.
Adventure-rich setting stimulates imagination.
Engages young readers with suspenseful, paced storytelling.
North of Nowhere
Allison Brennan, 2023
Award winning
The 1619 Project: Born on the Water
Renée Watson, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Nikkolas Smith, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Enhances understanding of African American history.
Strengthens empathy through powerful storytelling.
Encourages critical thinking and discussion.
Beautiful, evocative illustrations complement the narrative.
The 1619 Project: Born on the Water
Renée Watson, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Nikkolas Smith, 2021
Award winning
World War 2 History For Kids: A Timeline of Fascinating Facts, Characters and Stories of Courage that Inspire & Educate
History Brought Alive, 2023
174 pages
Why to read
Engaging timeline of key WWII events and figures.
Inspires curiosity about historical facts and resilience.
Enhances understanding of global history; promotes empathy.
Educational yet captivating storytelling for young readers.
World War 2 History For Kids: A Timeline of Fascinating Facts, Characters and Stories of Courage that Inspire & Educate
History Brought Alive, 2023
Award winning
Overground Railroad
Lesa Cline-Ransome, 2020
48 pages
Why to read
Chronicles a family's migration during the Great Migration.
Highlights resilience and hope in the face of change.
Educates on historical events through a child’s perspective.
Encourages discussions on history and social justice.
Overground Railroad
Lesa Cline-Ransome, 2020
Lenny Henry (Little People, BIG DREAMS)
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story of Lenny Henry's rise to fame
Encourages perseverance and chasing dreams
Highlights importance of diversity and inclusivity
Engaging and educational read for young children
